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Pre Construction Health & Safety Information Lend Lease Consulting March 2015 Version 1.0

Warmington Primary School Enabling Works

Warmington Primary School

School Lane Warmington

PE8 6TA

Pre Construction Health & Safety Information

Pre Construction Health & Safety Information for Warmington Primary School

CONTENTS 1.0 Description of the Project

1.1 Introduction 1.2 Description of the Works 1.3 Scope of Works

1.4 Programme Details 1.5 F10 Notification 1.6 Workplace (HS&W) Regulations: 1992 1.7 Parties Involved

2.0 Existing Information

2.1 Extent and Location of Existing Plans and Records

3.0 Clients Considerations & Requirements

3.1 Safety Goals for the Project 3.2 Clients Rules

3.3 Site Rules & Restrictions 3.4 Emergency Procedures

3.5 Site Traffic Management 3.6 Site Access and Egress

3.7 Deliveries 3.8 Welfare Arrangements 3.9 Security Arrangements 3.10 Site Hoarding Requirements 3.11 Arrangements for Liaison between Parties 3.12 Minimum time for the contractor for planning and preparation for construction

work 3.13 Supervision 3.14 Competency and Resources

4.0 The Existing Environment 4.1 Current Use of Site 4.2 Previous Use of Site 4.3 Surrounding Land Uses 4.4 Existing Traffic Systems and Restrictions 4.5 Ground Conditions 4.6 Existing Hazardous Materials 4.7 Contaminated Land 4.8 Boundaries and Access 4.9 Existing Structures 4.10 Existing Services 4.11 Other Health and Safety Hazards 4.12 Health Hazards 4.13 Demolition


CONTENTS 5.0 Significant Design & Construction Hazards

5.1 Principles of the Design 5.2 Temporary Works

5.3 Designers Risk Assessments 5.4 Coordination of On-going Design & Changes 5.5 Safety Method Statements 5.6 Arrangements for On-Going Design Work and Coordination / Design Changes

6.0 Health & Safety File

6.1 Introduction Appendices

A. Designers Risk Assessments B. Construction Phase Health & Safety Plan Checklist C. School Term Times D. PAM Scaffolding Documentation

Version Control

Version Date Description 1.0 12.03.2015 Issue for tender

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1.0 DESCRIPTION OF THE PROJECT

Introduction

This Pre-Construction Health and Safety Information document has been prepared for Northamptonshire County Council in accordance with the requirements of Regulation 20(2) of the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2007 and Appendix 2 of “Managing Construction for Health and Safety – ACOP 2007”.

This document shall be used in connection with the design and construction of the project works and shall form a basis for development of a Construction Phase Plan to be submitted at least two weeks before work commences. This Construction Phase Plan will cover and include information required in Regulations 4 to, 6, Regulation 13 and Part 4 of the CDM Regulations. A brief guide to what is expected is included in Appendix ‘C’ of this document.

It outlines the pre-construction CDM Requirements, which will need to be developed and detailed for the project by the appointed contractor as part of his duties to prepare a Construction Phase Plan in order that the health and safety regime can be implemented on site during the construction works and post construction once the completed works have been handed over to the Client.

The detail will be developed as the project progresses in terms of design, programme, scope of works, phasing and interfacing with Client requirements.

The trade interfacing on site within the confines of the works locations and the functioning of the existing surrounding facilities during the whole construction works will be of paramount importance to the successful and safe completion of this project.

In collating this pre-construction health and safety information, Lend Lease cannot accept any responsibility for the inaccuracy of documentation or information provided by others.

NOTE

CDM 2015 comes into force on 6 April 2015, there will be a transitional period that will run for six months from 6 April 2015 to 6 October 2015.

For projects starting before 6 April 2015, where the construction phase has not yet started and the client has not yet appointed a CDM co-ordinator, the client must appoint a principal designer as soon as it is practicable.

If the CDM co-ordinator has already been appointed, a principal designer must be appointed to replace the CDM co-ordinator by 6 October 2015, unless the project comes to an end before then.

In the period it takes to appoint the principal designer, the appointed CDM co-ordinator should comply with the duties contained in Schedule 4 to the new CDM 2015 Regulations. These duties reflect the existing requirements under CDM 2007 for the CDM co-ordinator rather than requiring CDM co-ordinators to act as principal designers.

Construction Phase Plan 2015

Where a relevant project has only one contractor and the construction phase has started, the contractor must draw up a construction phase plan, or make arrangements for a construction phase plan to be drawn up, under regulation 15(5) and (6) as soon as is practicable after 6th April 2015 and the requirement that the plan must be drawn up prior to setting up a construction site is disapplied.


1.0 DESCRIPTION OF THE PROJECT (CONT’D)

1.2 Description of the Works Building Location Warmington Primary School is located approximately 15 miles to the East from Corby, and is currently occupied by a primary school complex. The site comprises a main school building which has been extended over the years, car parking facilities, playground and playing fields.

The site sits in a mainly residential area. The main entrance to Warmington Primary School is off Church Street which leads straight onto the school car park. Church Street gives relatively good access onto the school private car park. For these works the contractors access will be from this entrance. It has been agreed with the school that the contractor can use the schools facilities as welfare facilities including the storage area. The storage area will be the school hall the contractor will be responsible for ensuring that adequate protection is put down to protect the floor. The existing school buildings and playgrounds will be closed whilst these works are taking place; however visitors to the school may still be present on site. This will be discussed at the pre-start meeting. The contractor must ensure that deliveries are well managed and all appropriate licences if required are obtained prior to a start on site. The contractor must ensure that all speed restrictions are adhered to. It is advisable a speed limited of 5mph it adhered to on approach and onto the school site and on site for all construction related traffic. Note 1: The PAM (S) 001 document for scaffolding in Appendix D of this Pre Construction Information Pack will also have to be reviewed.

1.3 Scope of Works The project involves the conversion / refurbishment of the existing wet area, kitchenette, store, play area and cleaners store. The tie rods will need further investigation and may need additional works as works progress. A temporary classroom will be created from the existing internal play area and store to the rear of it. The kitchenette area will be refurbished into a new wet area for the new temporary classroom being formed. The cleaner’s cupboard will be refurbished to provide a cloakroom for the new temporary classroom. A new store for the hall will be created, as to will a new cleaners cupboard.

In addition render repair will be undertaken to a number of external walls. Please see drawing 4153/050 for further details.



Location Warmington Primary School School Lane Warmington PE8 6TA Figures 1 and 2 show the approach to the site.

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Fig (2)


1.0 DESCRIPTION OF THE PROJECT (CONT’D) 1.3 Location

Fig (3)

1.4 Programme Details

Start on Site: 22nd July 2015

Weeks: 5

Completion: 26th August 2015

1.5 F10 Notification

This is a non-notifiable project.

1.6 Workplace (HS&W) Regulations:1992 In accordance with the requirements of the CDM Regulations: 2007 it is confirmed that the works on completion are to be used as a workplace. This requires the finished design to take account of the requirements of the Workplace (Health, Safety & Welfare) Regulations: 1992.




1.7 Parties Involved

COMPANY ROLE LEAD CONTACT CONTACT ADDRESS E-MAIL TEL /MOBILE Northamptonshire County Council

Project Officer John Dryden House 8-10 The Lakes Northampton NN4 7DA


Head Teacher Mrs Josephine Milton Warmington Primary School School Lane Warmington PE8 6TA

[email protected] 01832 280 420

Lend Lease Consulting Programme Manager Project Manager H+S Advisor

Dave Stewart Paul Tuff Darren Ghaffoori

Lend Lease c/o Property Asset Management, Northants County Council, 8 - 10 The Lakes, Northampton, NN4 7YD

[email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

07753 775 422 07725 200168 07739 188 444

pHp architects

Architect

Paul Whittaker Milton Malsor Northampton NN7 3AQ

[email protected] 01604 858916

Jenks Associates Ltd

M&E Services Engineer

Andy Kay Unit 27 - Eventus Centre Sunderland Road Market Deeping Peterborough PE6 8FD


mailto:[email protected]




COMPANY ROLE LEAD CONTACT CONTACT ADDRESS E-MAIL TEL /MOBILE BCAL Consulting

Structural Engineer

Glenn Brown Orient House Church Way Wellingborough Northants NN8 4HJ


Gleeds Quantity Surveyor Matt Lancaster Wilford House 1 Clifton Lane Wilford Nottingham NG11 7AT



2.0 EXISTING INFORMATION 2.1 Extent and location of existing records and plans

An asbestos refurbishment survey has been undertaken. No asbestos was found within the area of these works. A topographical survey and underground utilities survey has been undertaken. These surveys are available on request to all tendering contractors.


3.0 CLIENTS CONSIDERATIONS & REQUIREMENTS 3.1 Safety Goals for the Project

Northampton County Council and Lend Lease are committed to achieving an ‘Incident and Injury Free’ environment for all its projects, and it is expected that all contractors, their management, supervisors and employees will work with us to achieve this vision.

The aim of the project including the specific safety goals is to comply with all appropriate health & safety legislation. These can be achieved by providing a safe and healthy working environment that will minimise workplace hazards and thereby minimise potential accidents to personnel and others involved directly or indirectly with the work and also minimise the likelihood of harmful environmental incidents.

The project team will seek for this project to have: No prosecutions or enforcement notices for Health & Safety issues No reportable injuries, diseases or dangerous occurrences All necessary design information is provided in a reasonably practical time to

ensure safe design is communicated and any residual hazards and risks can be dealt with in a timely manner.

The Health & Safety File and Operation & Maintenance manuals are to be developed and delivered at practical completion for acceptance by the Client.

100% of all operatives to hold valid Construction Skills Certification Scheme cards No cases of occupational health injuries

In addition to these Safety Goals the following HSE targets have been set for achievement by the contractor:

Safe working will be a condition of employment in all contractors organisations That they will ensure during the works they do not provide additional fire risk to the

property That they will ensure that during the works they will deliver minimal disruption to the

surrounding neighbourhood That they will avoid noise & dust nuisances to other personnel within the

neighbourhood They will maximise recycling and reduce waste They will maintain site security throughout the duration of construction works.


3.0 CLIENTS CONSIDERATIONS & REQUIREMENTS 3.2 Clients Rules

In addition for all personnel working on a construction site the following rules should be considered to ensure the safety of those involved.

All Personnel will receive Induction training prior to commencing any works on site. All works are to be carried out in accordance with a Task Specific Risk

assessment and Method Statement that has been approved by the contractor and communicated to the operatives via a toolbox talk.

Prior to any woks commencing the appropriate permit(s) should be in place. No Smoking and No consumption of any Drugs or Alcohol. All works to be clearly delineated. At the end of each shift the work areas are to be left in a safe, clean and tidy

condition. All works will be covered by the document entitled ’12 ESSENTIAL RULES TO

MAINTAIN SAFE WORKING’. This document should be provided to all operatives during the site induction. (Document can be found on the following page)

All personnel will hold a valid CSCS competence skills card.


12 ESSENTIAL RULES TO MAINTAIN SAFE WORKING

ZERO TOLERANCE YOUR LICENCE TO WORK

1. BAG AND REMOVE ALL RUBBISH AS WORK PROCEEDS FROM THE WORKFACE (Twice during shift) AND

SORT FOR RECYCLING WHERE POSSIBLE 2. REMOVE WASTE AND ANY MATERIALS NOT REQUIRED FOR WORKS AT THE END OF EVERY SHIFT 3. ‘PERMIT TO WORK’ AREAS AND ASSOCIATED CONTROL MEASURES MUST BE STRICTLY ADHERED TO

AT ALL TIMES. 4. SCAFFOLDS AND MOBILE TOWERS TO BE ERECTED BY TRAINED PERSONNEL ONLY AND THE

FOLLOWING PROCEDURES ARE TO BE ADHERED TO:

• ‘Scaff Tag’ system to be employed on all scaffolds and mobile towers. • Toe boards and bracing to be checked on a regular basis. • Clear floor areas on scaffold platforms and areas below to ensure clear mobility is maintained • Only use stepladders as a last resort.

5. STORE MATERIALS ONLY IN THE AGREED ALLOCATED SUPPLIERS AREAS. 6. MAINTAIN CLEAR ACCESS / EXIT ROUTES AT ALL TIMES. 7. ELECTRICAL PLANT, HAND HELD TOOLS AND LEADS TO BE PROPERLY TESTED ON A REGULAR BASIS.

- Do not use unsafe equipment on site, report any defects and keep leads tidy. 8. PROPER PPE TO BE CARRIED AND USED (As Necessary):

Mandatory PPE Required by Risk Assessment Helmets Ear Protection Safety Footwear Mask / Respiratory Protection Gloves Safety Goggles Safety Glasses Fall Arrest Equipment Hi-Visibility Clothing

9. READ UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW THE TASK SPECIFIC METHOD STATEMENT. If you are not working safely, then stop and reassess the risk and adapt the Method Statement with your supervisor.

10. UNDERSTAND THE SITE FIRE STRATEGY, THE INTERFACE WITH ADJOINING OPERATIONAL AREAS

AND THE IMPACT YOUR WORK MAY HAVE ON OTHERS. 11. PROTECT ALL LEADING EDGES, MAINTAIN SUITABLE BARRIERS TO PROTECT OTHERS FROM YOUR

WORK ACTIVITY AND SECURELY COVER ANY FLOOR PENETRATIONS AS WORK PROGRESSES 12. DO NOT LEAVE TRIPPING HAZARDS.


3.0 CLIENTS CONSIDERATIONS & REQUIREMENTS (CONT’D) 3.3 Site Rules & Restrictions

The contractor is responsible for providing information on the arrangements for the identification and effective management of activities that may cause a risk to the health and safety of the operatives in their control. The arrangements should address particularly the requirements laid out in the following statutory regulations:

Health and Safety at Work etc Act: 1974. The Management of Health & Safety at Work Regulations The Construction (Design and Management) Regulations The Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations The Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations Work at Height Regulations.

The arrangements should address the hazards and control of the risks identified in this document and any others likely to be encountered by activities carried out on site by contractors.

The contractor should provide information in their Construction Phase Plan as to the methods of determining risk, the measures to be adopted, the method of working and the method for informing the workforce of the likely risks.

Within the earlier section (Clients Rules) there is a list of rules that should be imposed on the construction operations. It is the responsibility of the contractor to ensure these rules are followed, and to impose any other rules that they feel are not covered in this list, but which would be of benefit to the health and safety of the operatives.

The contractor will enforce their own onsite safety standards and those imposed by this Health and Safety Plan. Regular Safety Inspections / Audits are to be carried out by the contractor, with records kept of each inspection and findings recorded.


3.0 CLIENTS CONSIDERATIONS & REQUIREMENTS (CONT’D) 3.4 Emergency Procedures (including Fire)

These will be developed in conjunction with the contractor and Warmington Primary School. They will need to be reviewed on a regular basis reflecting the construction works, and sequencing of the project.

The site emergency routes and exits are to be marked on a plan of the site, included by the contractor in the Construction Phase Plan and communicated to all operatives and visitors. All emergency routes are to remain open throughout the duration of the works.

An Emergency First Aid Notice shall be displayed on site.

Procedures in respect of other emergencies are also to be described in the Construction Phase Plan and communicated to all operatives and visitors. A competent person shall be appointed to act as a fire marshal and the proposed fire emergency procedures included within the Construction Phase Plan. The adopted procedures are to be brought to the attention of all workers and visitors to the site. The contractor is to provide suitable fire fighting equipment and is to maintain an emergency evacuation procedure throughout the progress of the works. Note must be taken, when formulating the fire plan, of any existing systems that are operated within third party properties. The fire plan should comprise, but no be limited to:

• Means of escape indicating escape routes (to be displayed) • Means of extinguishing fire (operatives to be trained) • Means of minimising risk • Hot work permit procedures • Emergency procedures, including details relating to site employees, if any • Name of fire marshal (to be displayed)

All works undertaken on the premises should be in accordance with the article, "Joint Code of Practice 'Fire Prevention on Construction Sites and Buildings Undergoing Renovation".


3.0 CLIENTS CONSIDERATIONS & REQUIREMENTS (CONT’D) 3.5 Site Traffic Management

The contractor must also be aware that emergency vehicles will need to use the main entrance and require access on to the site compound, therefore the entrance it must remain operational at all times. Appropriate systems must be agreed with the school, NCC and the H+S Advisor prior to any works starting.

The Contractor must ensure that deliveries are well managed and all appropriate licences if required are obtained prior to a start on site. All vehicular routes shall be clearly marked to avoid narrow gaps, places with limited headroom, overhead cables, etc. The contractor shall ensure that all construction vehicles will have an unobstructed safe access/egress to and from the site, together with good all round visibility. The contractor shall ensure that the site operatives, site visitors and the general public are adequately protected from being struck by moving plant machinery.

The contractor shall only have the use the area outside the hall for parking, unloading and storage purposes. Delivery and unloading of materials must be strictly confined to this area and NO other parts of the existing grounds must be used.

The contractor will be responsible for ensuring that he complies with all Local Authority/Department of Transport Requirements.

3.6 Site Access & Egress

• The main entrance to Warmington Primary School is off Church Street which leads straight onto the school car park. Church Street gives relatively good access onto the school private car park. For these works the Contractors access will be from this entrance. A photo of this site access can be seen in figs 1 and 2..

• Clear access / egress needs to be maintained to all existing adjacent properties at all times and is to provide all necessary protection / security measures as required.

• The contractor shall ensure unrestricted and unimpeded access for emergency vehicles 24 hours a day to all parts of the school.

• It is the ultimate responsibility of the contractor to ensure the site is secure prior to any work commencing and remains secure out of normal operation hours.

• The contractor shall take all reasonable precautions to prevent unauthorised access to the site and the site compound / laydown area. Access to the immediate work area is to be determined and agreed prior to the works commencing.

• Site access and egress arrangements are to be included within the contractor’s Construction Phase Plan. Please see 1.2 for further information.


3.0 CLIENTS CONSIDERATIONS & REQUIREMENTS (CONT’D)

3.7 Deliveries Priority access is to be given to the neighbouring buildings ahead of construction traffic.

• The contractor shall obtain all agreements and approvals with the Local Highway Authority, the Police and other interested or statutory bodies.

• The contractor shall ensure that all off site highways, vehicle crossings, roads and verges are kept swept and free from debris during the construction of the works and on final completion.

3.8 Welfare Arrangements

The contractor has a legal responsibility to provide welfare facilities and site accommodation that are in accordance Regulation 9 (1) (b), 13 (7) and 22 (1) (c) of the CDM2007 and are to be commensurate with the site undertaking.

It has been agreed with the school that the contractor can use the schools facilities as welfare facilities including the storage area. The storage area will be the school hall the contractor will be responsible for ensuring that adequate protection is put down to protect the floor.

• Toilets

• Washing facilities

• Hot and cold running water

• Drying rooms

• Mess room

• Drinking Water

All facilities are to be accessible and are to have adequate heating, lighting and ventilation.

3.9 Security Arrangements The contractor shall have sole responsibility to ensure their area works are secured throughout the duration of the works.

In order to protect the general public, pupils and staff from on-site activities, a detailed description of security arrangements including; hoarding, fencing, signage, signing in and out procedures etc. are to be included in the Construction Phase Plan. The contractor shall provide suitably robust demarcation between the works and all roads, hardstandings and pavements. All site security measures should be in accordance with HS(G) 151 - 'Protecting the Public - Your Next Move'.

A full signed off description of site security procedures are to be included within the contractor’s Construction Phase Plan.


3.0 CLIENTS CONSIDERATIONS & REQUIREMENTS (CONT’D) 3.10 Site Hoarding Requirements

The contractor shall be responsible for ensuring that there is adequate protective hoarding around the site and as appropriate for the works as they proceed. It is envisage that this may only be required externally whilst the rendering work and rooflight installation are taking place. The contractor shall ensure that no unauthorised persons be allowed on the site.

As a minimum, the fencing is to be a Heras type mesh fencing with suitable plastic sheeting attached to provide additional privacy / acoustic / dustproofing properties. It is to be at least 2.00m high and is to provide a stable and continuous barrier to prevent unauthorised access to the site. Additional precautions need to be taken with regards to the access to the contractor’s place of work from the site compound.

3.11 Arrangements for Liaison between Parties The Client has appointed the parties listed in Section 1.7 of this information. The contractor will need to appoint senior personnel who will regularly consult with the Client and Consultants about all aspects and progress of the works.

During the period of construction, any unforeseen eventualities, which result in a change to sequencing or design, need to be notified to the H+S Advisor. Details of any hazard mitigation and how these are to be implemented need to be recorded.

Revised risk assessments and method statements must be included in the Construction Phase Plan.

3.12 Minimum time for the contractor for planning and preparation for construction work.

The contractor will be given a minimum two week mobilisation period. 3.13 Supervision

A clearly defined organisational chart will be required within the contractors Construction Phase Plan, setting out the chain of command / delegated powers, this to include all names and telephone numbers.

There needs to be a direct line of responsibility in place within the contractor’s organisation structure for safety. The expectancy is that the contractor will carry out the construction works in a competent manner, which will encompass safe working practices and adherence to health and safety legislation.

3.14 Competency & Resources

The contractor will need to establish and demonstrate that all sub-contractors, self-employed and others appointed are competent and have proven ability and are adequately resourced. Details of these arrangements should be included within the Construction Phase Plan.


4.0 THE EXISTING ENVIRONMENT 4.1 Current Use of Site

The site is currently used as a Primary School.

4.2 Previous Use of Site

The site has always been used as a Primary School.

4.3 Surrounding Land Uses

The site sits in a mainly residential area.

The contractor shall ensure that residential third party boundaries to the site are clearly understood prior to works commencing.

4.4 Existing Traffic Systems & Restrictions

The contractor shall take into consideration the health and safety implications posed by variations in the traffic systems.

Parking of vehicles will be permitted within the boundaries of the site. Vehicles are to be parked on the surrounding roads or car parks. Any requests from the residents or the School to remove parked vehicles shall be immediately complied with. Non compliance with these requirements may result in vehicles being clamped or towed away and parking fines. All parking of vehicles will be at the contractor’s own risk.

The contractor should make every effort to avoid nuisance through the parking of cars with the immediate neighbours.

The contractor shall be mindful of the need to work in harmony with the local community and observe local traffic restrictions which must be adhered to at all times. Where applicable, a pavement licence / consent must be obtained prior to erecting scaffolding and / or placement of a waste skip on the public highway.

4.5 Ground Conditions This is not considered relevant to the project.

4.6 Existing Storage of Hazardous Materials

No hazardous materials other than cleaning products.

4.7 Contaminated Land

This is not considered relevant to the project. 4.8 Boundaries and Access

The working area is confined to the site boundaries as defined and agreed with the Client prior to working on any particular project. All contractors are to be restricted to the designated working and welfare areas. Please see the drawings in the tender pack for information on the school site boundaries.


4.0 THE EXISTING ENVIRONMENT (Cont’d)

4.9 Existing Structures Please refer to the Structural Engineer’s information which is included within the main tender documentation. The Structural Engineer has advised that they have investigated the areas local to the proposed alterations and the findings have informed the details shown on their drawings. For any demolition, the demolition contractor will need to survey the building and highlight any fragile areas or items requiring special attention.

4.10 Existing Services

A topographical survey and underground utilities survey has been undertaken. These surveys are available on request to all tendering contractors. The contractor shall accept responsibility for determining the exact position of these services and the location of all services not indicated on the drawings. The contractor is to make his own investigations and is to obtain all information available from the Local Authority or statutory undertakings as to the routes of all buried or above ground services whether on or off the site. This information must be verified by the contractor and provided to the buildings services engineer prior to the commencement of any excavation works or any other operations that may affect the integrity of the existing system. The contractor is to record on a drawing any services that are discovered as part of the works so that this may be included within the Health and Safety File.

The contactor must adhere to all relevant Regulations and Guidance when carrying out excavations and works to services and in particular HSG 47 and GS6. Please refer to the M+E and Structural and Civil Package for all further information.

4.11 Other Health & Safety Hazards

The nature and condition of the site / building cannot be fully and certainly ascertained before it is opened up. However the following hazards are or may be present:

• Demolition

• Tie Rod Condition Any further issues are to be reported to the client, project managers and H+S Advisor for consideration of costs and programme implications. In addition please refer to the Designers Risk Assessments document in Appendix A of this document.


4.0 THE EXISTING ENVIRONMENT (Cont’d) 4.12 Health Hazards

Asbestos

A refurbishment asbestos survey has been undertaken. No asbestos was found within the areas of these works.

The contractor shall report immediately to the contract administrator if any further suspected asbestos materials are discovered at a later date. Such materials shall not be disturbed and safe methods of removal agreed with the contract administrator.

General

The safety of all site operatives and the public will be of paramount importance. Manufacturer’s recommendations to use are to be adhered to, including protection and precaution measures.

4.13 Demolition

The demolition or dismantling of a structure, or part of a structure, shall be planned and carried out in such a manner as to prevent danger or, where it is not practicable to prevent it, to reduce danger to as low a level as is reasonably practicable.

The arrangements for carrying out such demolition or dismantling shall be recorded in writing before the demolition or dismantling work begins.

Standards to be achieved are as follows:

• Standard: Demolish structures in accordance with BS 6187.

• Contractors undertaking the works must have corporate membership of the National Federation of Demolition Contractors.

• Operatives undertaking the works must have the appropriate level of experience and expertise together with proof of the appropriate level of training.

• Appropriately skilled and experienced for the type of work.

• Holding, or in training to obtain, relevant CITB Certificates of Competence.

• Site staff responsible for supervision and control of work: Experienced in the assessment of risks involved and methods of deconstruction/ demolition to be used.

• Section C20 of the Structural Engineers NBS that refers to the submission of method statements prior to demolition of the existing structure.


5.0 SIGNIFICANT DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION HAZARDS

Any designs undertaken as part of the works will fall under the requirements of the CDM regulations. Designers are legally obligated to consider regulation 11 and 18 requirements.

5.1 Principles of the Design

The basic design principles to be complied with are that safe, practical and robust solutions shall be developed, which adopt proven and reliable technology whilst offering the Client value for money.

5.2 Temporary Works The design of temporary works, such as falsework, formwork and scaffolding, falls within the scope of CDM2007. Due to the nature of the works temporary works may be required. Co-operation between permanent and temporary works designers, in particular are required to ensure that arrangements are in place to ensure that designs are compatible and that the permanent works can support any loadings from temporary works, in particular any propping required during demolition.

5.3 Designers Risk Assessments Designers Risk Assessments have been prepared and can be found in Appendix A of this Pre-Construction Information. This document lists the likely hazards / risks to be encountered during the construction / and or maintenance process and identifies the control measures to be taken to ensure all works are carried out in a safe manner. It is the contractor’s responsibility to assess the information provided and produce the necessary Method Statements and Risk Assessments before carrying out the works.

5.4 Coordination of On-going Design & Changes Where contractors have design input, CDM design summaries indicating hazards addressed and control measures considered, as part of the design process should be submitted to the H+S Advisor through the contractor. Any variations / changes of significance, which involve further design, should be brought to the attention of the H+S Advisor to appraise the health and safety implications and amend this Health and Safety Information if necessary.

5.5 Safety method statements These will form an integral part of the Construction Phase Plan based upon the health and safety requirements. They will need to show in principle the organisation and resources which the contractor proposes and undertakes to provide to safeguard the health and safety of operatives or any persons who may be affected by the works. Liaison with Northampton County Council’s health and safety regime will also be fundamental. Risk assessments, control measures and method statements are to be developed sufficiently the contractor to provide adequate health and safety measure to execute the works. Control mechanisms must be identified prior to construction commencing and implemented during the construction phase to form part of the on-going health and safety plan by the contractor which will be developed incorporating the client’s requirements.


5.0 SIGNIFICANT DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION HAZARDS (Cont’d) 5.6 Arrangements for On-Going Design Work and Co-ordination/Design Changes

Such alterations that have an impact on health and safety are to be notified by the designers if instigated by them to the contractor. The contractor if implementing different construction methods must evaluate health and safety repercussions. The intention will be to amend the on-site Construction Phase Plan and procedures accordingly. All such health and safety issues will form part of the site health and safety regime to be implemented by the contractor during the duration of the works. It is the intention of the pre-construction health and safety information to identify such health and safety hazards as have been identified by the designers in their designs. These may be design hazards brought about by design restrictions or various other circumstances. Part of the health and safety information will be dedicated to the contributions from the designers, of the various risks and hazard considerations they have identified in their design risk assessment for the various disciplines, related to the scope of work being undertaken. Any contractor who undertakes design also comes under the CDM requirements in terms of being competent and providing sufficient resources. They in turn must comply with the health and safety plan as designers as well as contractors.


5 HEALTH & SAFETY FILE

6.1 Introduction The H+S Advisor will be producing the Health and Safety File / O+M Manual / Building Manual for the project. The contractor is responsible for providing information to the H+S Advisor for inclusion into the Health and Safety File / O+M Manual / Building Manual. All information requested will be provided by the contractor 1 week at least prior to completion.


APPENDIX A. Designers Risk Assessments

Pg 1 QF 067 01-01-2011 Rev 2

BCALCONSULTING. Orient House, Church Way, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, NN8 4HJ T: 01933 440024 F: 01933 440041 W: www.bcal.co.uk

BCAL Designers Residual Risk Register

Project: Phase 1 Works to Warmington School Ref: 5273 Review:

Original Prepared by: G.A.Brown Date: 4th March 2015 Review Date:

BCAL Design Responsibilities: This document has been produced following a review of the Hazard Identification Sheet. Health and Safety risks listed below could not be eliminated and are considered to be significant, unusual or difficult to manage. The residual risk register should be passed onto other project team members to enable them to identify and manage the risks. Any residual risks that remain on completion of the project should be included in the Health and Safety File.

No. Element / Hazard Risk Control Measures / Information / Action Required Action Owner Status

1 Demolition

Uncontrolled collapse.

Ascertain the effectiveness of the existing tie rod before undertaking any demolition of the existing mezzanine

floor.

Existing services to be identified, located on site and disconnected (as appropriate) prior to commencement of demolition. Asbestos to be identified / register / survey.

The contractor is to ensure that the structures are propped, and/or braced as necessary or required during the

demolition works. Risk assessments and detailed method statements must be provided by the Contractor prior to

commencement of the works. Suitable PPE is to be utilised and H&S issues to be addressed. Working areas

to be cordoned off to prevent unauthorised entry and measures to be employed to minimise noise and dust.

Suitable plant to be used to take down the existing structure to minimise personnel being in close proximity to the ongoing works and to avoid disturbing and damaging

any retained parts of the building.

Designers / Principal

Contractor

Pending / Current

Note: Status to be Pending, Current or Resolved.


APPENDIX B Construction Phase Health & Safety Plan Checklist The construction phase plan is a document that records how health and safety will be managed for the construction phase of a project. It is the basis for communicating to all those involved in the construction phase of the project, so it should be easy to understand and as simple as possible. In considering what information is included, the emphasis is that it: a.) is relevant to the project

b.) has sufficient detail to clearly set out the arrangements, site rules and special measures needed to manage the construction phase, but

c.) is still proportionate to the scale and complexity of the project and the risks involved. The plan should not be cluttered with documents (such as generic risk assessments, records of how decisions were reached or detailed method statements) that get in the way of a clear understanding of what is needed to manage the construction phase.

The following list of topics should be considered when drawing up the plan: a.) A description of the project such as key dates and details of key members of the project

team. b.) The management of the work, including:

• the health and safety aims for the project

• the site rules

• arrangements to ensure cooperation between project team members and coordination of their work e.g. regular site meetings

• arrangements for involving workers

• site induction

• welfare facilities

• fire and emergency procedures. c.) The control of any of the specific site risks relevant to the work involved.


APPENDIX C. School Term Times

Academic Calendar 2014 - 2015

School Holiday

Bank Holiday

Pupil Day

Training Day

September 2014 October 2014 November 2014 December 2014

Mon 1 8 15 22 29 Mon 6 13 20 27 Mon 3 10 17 24 Mon 1 8 15 22 29

Tue 2 9 16 23 30 Tue 7 14 21 28 Tue 4 11 18 25 Tue 2 9 16 23 30

Wed 3 10 17 24 Wed 1 8 15 22 29 Wed 5 12 19 26 Wed 3 10 17 24 31

Thu 4 11 18 25 Thu 2 9 16 23 30 Thu 6 13 20 27 Thu 4 11 18 25

Fri 5 12 19 26 Fri 3 10 17 24 31 Fri 7 14 21 28 Fri 5 12 19 26

Sat 6 13 20 27 Sat 4 11 18 25 Sat 1 8 15 22 29 Sat 6 13 20 27

Sun 7 14 21 28 Sun 5 12 19 26 Sun 2 9 16 23 30 Sun 7 14 21 28

January 2015 February 2015 March 2015 April 2015

Mon 5 12 19 26 Mon 2 9 16 23 Mon 2 9 16 23 30 Mon 6 13 20 27

Tue 6 13 20 27 Tue 3 10 17 24 Tue 3 10 17 24 31 Tue 7 14 21 28

Wed 7 14 21 28 Wed 4 11 18 25 Wed 4 11 18 25 Wed 1 8 15 22 29

Thu 1 8 15 22 29 Thu 5 12 19 26 Thu 5 12 19 26 Thu 2 9 16 23 30

Fri 2 9 16 23 30 Fri 6 13 20 27 Fri 6 13 20 27 Fri 3 10 17 24

Sat 3 10 17 24 31 Sat 7 14 21 28 Sat 7 14 21 28 Sat 4 11 18 25

Sun 4 11 18 25 Sun 1 8 15 22 Sun 1 8 15 22 29 Sun 5 12 19 26

May 2015 June 2015 July 2015 August 2015

Mon 4 11 18 25 Mon 1 8 15 22 29 Mon 6 13 20 27 Mon 3 10 17 24 31

Tue 5 12 19 26 Tue 2 9 16 23 30 Tue 7 14 21 28 Tue 4 11 18 25

Wed 6 13 20 27 Wed 3 10 17 24 Wed 1 8 15 22 29 Wed 5 12 19 26

Thu 7 14 21 28 Thu 4 11 18 25 Thu 2 9 16 23 30 Thu 6 13 20 27

Fri 1 8 15 22 29 Fri 5 12 19 26 Fri 3 10 17 24 31 Fri 7 14 21 28

Sat 2 9 16 23 30 Sat 6 13 20 27 Sat 4 11 18 25 Sat 1 8 15 22 29

Sun 3 10 17 24 31 Sun 7 14 21 28 Sun 5 12 19 26 Sun 2 9 16 23 30


APPENDIX D. PAM Scaffolding Documentation

PAM (S) 001

Issue 2 – 29/09/2011

Scaffolding

Synopsis

This document sets out the minimum mandatory requirements to be applied to all scaffolding activity, for and on behalf of PAM, in

order to ensure the significant risks associated with working at

height are proactively managed and minimised.

Authorship

This document has been written by David Chard (Standards & Governance Manager) PAM and all enquiries relating to it‟s status

and application should be directed to:

[email protected]


Property Asset Management PAM (S) 001 Scaffolding Standard Issue 2 – 29/09/2011

Standard Page 2 of 17

1. Purpose & Introduction

Scaffolding activity is not regulated in the UK in the same way as other high risk activity such as asbestos removals or gas safety. The standard of installation varies widely and this presents challenges to the Property Asset Management Division (PAM) in ensuring compliance with general health and safety legislation and that safety is afforded to all persons who may be affected by this activity. Unsafe installations present significant risks to contract personnel, scaffold users, and general public with added reputational damage associated with serious injury, fatality and adverse publicity should accidents and incidents arise.

PAM recognises the significant risks associated with all work at height (in particular scaffolding) and is committed to a robust management approach to this. It is commonplace for an organisation to require contractors to have various independent professional trade association memberships to provide enhanced assurance of competence when selecting and appointing contractors. Indeed it is a legal requirement eg under Construction (Design & Management) Regulations 2007 for the Client (NCC PAM) to satisfy itself of a contractor‟s competence prior to appointment. The only such organisation known to be operating in the UK scaffolding sector are NASC (National Access and Scaffolding Confederation). They operate a corporate membership scheme which is comprehensive, nationally reputed and recognised by the HSE (Health & Safety Executive).

The extent to which mandatory membership of NASC should and could be applied to the works which PAM commission has been debated under the professional guidance and direction of PAM Standards & Governance Manager. This document sets out the agreed minimum standards to be applied to the activity to ensure a reasonable and practical level of management control necessary to proportionately address the risks. This standard also affords those SMEs without NASC membership the freedom to engage in certain basic scaffold works as defined within.

2. Scope & Implementation

This standard shall be applied with immediate effect (from date of publication) to all scaffolding provided in connection with PAM commissioned works throughout the entire supply chain including:

a) Direct instructions to scaffolding contractors b) PAM‟s principal contractors c) All sub contractors in the supply chain

Accordingly all new contracts and works orders shall comply with immediate effect. Contract Managers shall make every reasonable endeavour to agree change of terms to existing contracts and achieve compliance as soon as possible. In many cases, eg where access is not inclusive in the agreed specification(s), this is envisaged to be straightforward to implement. Where term contracts are already established inclusive of access (eg term maintenance contracts and construction projects) which were commissioned prior to the publication of this standard, exemption from the requirement to have NASC membership shall be granted however all other requirements shall apply.



Contents Page No.

3.1 GENERAL APPLICATION 4 3.1.1 Tube & Fitting Scaffolding 4 3.1.2 System Scaffolding 5 3.1.3 Lightweight Mobile Tower 5 3.2 REGULATIONS, CODES OF PRACTICE & BEST PRACTICE 5 3.3 COMPETENCE 5 3.3.1 Scaffolding Companies 6 3.3.2 Scaffolding Operatives 6 3.3.2.1 Scaffolding Labourer 6 3.3.2.2 Trainee Scaffolder 6 3.3.2.3 Scaffolder 7 3.3.2.4 Advanced Scaffolder 7 3.4 SCAFFOLDERS SAFETY AND PPE 8 3.5 SCAFFOLDING DESIGN 8 3.6 MINIMUM SCAFFOLD REQUIREMENTS 9 3.6.1 Scaffold Tube 9 3.6.2 Scaffold Boards 9 3.6.3 Scaffold Fittings 9 3.6.4 Brick guards, Sheeting and Debris Netting 9 3.6.5 Loading Bays 9 3.6.6 Access/Egress to Scaffolds 9 3.6.7 Internal Edge Protection 10 3.6.8 Scaffold Ties 10 3.6.9 Hop Up/Stage Brackets 10 3.6.10 Asbestos Removal 10 3.7 SCAFFOLD HANDOVERS AND STATUTORY INSPECTIONS 11 3.8 RISK ASSESSMENTS AND METHOD STATEMENTS 12

Appendix A - List of NASC Technical Guidance Documents 13

Appendix B – Conditions for Basic Scaffold 14

Appendix C – Scaffolding Structures requiring Design (not exhaustive) 15

Appendix D – Example of CISRS Scaffolder competency scheme cards 16

Appendix E - Scaffold Inspection Report Sheet 17



3. Requirements

3.1 GENERAL APPLICATION

The general principle, and requirement, of this standard is that a proportionate level of control will be exercised according to the level of risk. As such the following principles will apply:

NASC Membership will be desirable in all cases but only mandated for a) any scaffolding which requires design; and b) Scaffolding on highway, public footpath / pedestrian way. (NASC membership will provide additional assurance or the contractors‟ organisational competence to manage such potential high risk works).

All scaffolding will be performed by CISRS Registered operatives appropriate to their role. This will provide a baseline level of personal competence consistent across the entire range of installations.

Best Practice guidance published by NASC will be used as the benchmark standard (as appropriate to type) for the technical installation (TG20) and generic safe system of work (SG4) to be adopted.

The table below summarises these requirements.

Scaffold Type / Location

NASC Company Membership

Competence Card Scheme

NASC Guidance TG20

NASC Guidance SG4

Tube & Fitting

(Basic) Appendix B

(Desirable)

Not essential

YES

(Vol I)

YES

Tube & Fitting (Designed) ie 3.5 & Appendix C

YES

(Vol II)

YES

System (Desirable)

Not essential

n/a YES

Lightweight Mobile Tower n/a

n/a n/a

Any scaffold on a highway, public footpath or public

pedestrian area / way

YES

(Appropriate to type)

YES

(Appropriate to type)

3.1.1 Tube and Fitting Scaffolding

This applies to traditional steel tube and fitting scaffolds and includes the use of “system type” components such as “Readylok or Easifix transoms”, extending transoms, steel and aluminium ladder beams and unit beams. All such components must be used in strict accordance with the manufacturer‟s instructions/design guidance, and the information supplied to site upon request.



3.1.2 System Scaffolding

All types / brands of Systems Scaffolding used on site must conform to the relevant British and European Standards BS EN 12810/12811. The lead hand of a scaffold gang using systems scaffolding must have successfully completed the relevant CISRS Systems product training. CISRS Scaffolders or Trainee operatives will be able, as a member of this squad to erect, alter or dismantle this equipment under the direct supervision of the CISRS systems qualified operative prior to them carrying out the requisite CISRS training. All operations must be carried out in accordance with the manufacturers instructions.

See www.cisrs.org.uk for the current list.

3.1.3 Lightweight Mobile Tower

A nominated person is permitted to erect, inspect, use, move, alter and/or dismantle a lightweight Mobile Tower if they are competent and hold a recognised qualification which specifically includes mobile towers (eg PASMA).

Mobile towers must be inspected as often as is necessary to ensure safety. Recommended best practice is that they be inspected and a report made by a competent person (eg PASMA) after assembly, or significant alteration, and before use. Thereafter, they should be inspected as often as necessary but at least every 7 days, or after any event likely to have affected stability or structural integrity, such as adverse weather conditions. But, there is no need to inspect and report every time the mobile tower is moved at the same location. Note: Refer to relevant industry association - Prefabricated Access Suppliers‟ & Manufacturers‟ Association (PASMA) website www.pasma.co.uk for more information. PASMA has agreed with the HSE that the completion and affixing of a PASMA Tower Inspection Record satisfies the regulatory requirement to record the inspection and deliver to the person for whom it was completed.

3.2 REGULATIONS, CODES OF PRACTICE & BEST PRACTICE

All scaffolding works shall be carried out in accordance with the following Regulations, Codes of Practice and industry best practice requirements:

The Health and Safety at Work etc Act 1974 The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 The Work at Height Regulations 2005 The Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2007

BS EN 12811 2003 – Scaffolds performance requirements BS EN 12810 2003 – Facade scaffolds (prefabricated components) NASC TG20 – Good Practice for Tube & Fitting Scaffolding NASC SG4 – Preventing falls in scaffolding CISRS CAP 609 General Information BS EN 13374 Temporary edge protection systems

This list is not exhaustive

http://www.cisrs.org.uk/

http://www.pasma.co.uk/



3.3 COMPETENCE

3.3.1 Scaffolding Companies

Shall be full and regulated members of the NASC where required in 3.1. They must maintain current insurances of a minimum of £10million for

Employers Liability and £5 million for Public Liability. They must be able to demonstrate that they have competent supervision

(e.g. CISRS 5 day Scaffold Supervisor training course and hold a CISRS Scaffold Supervisor card).

A qualified CISRS Scaffolder or CISRS Advanced Scaffolder working within his capability is suitably qualified to lead the scaffold operations within a gang/squad of scaffolders and to direct the practical operations on site.

They must employ competent scaffolders for the type of scaffolding to be undertaken on site.

Management, Supervision and operatives must have received relevant training on TG20 and SG4.

The company must have access to competent scaffold designers. The company must ensure that all deliveries of scaffolding materials are

undertaken in a safe manner and consideration is given to the risk of falls from vehicles and as such this work is undertaken in line with NASC SG30 “Working from Vehicles”.

All deliveries where powered lifting is used (eg HIAB) will require proof of Operator competence and that the lifting equipment has a current certificate of test and thorough examination.

3.3.2 Scaffolding Operatives

3.3.2.1 Labourer

Labourers must have received scaffolding manual handling training in accordance with NASC Guidance Note SG6 Manual Handling.

Labourers must be adequately trained to allow them to carry out their duties safely

A CISRS Scaffolders Labourers card is available for operatives carrying out these duties

Labourers are only allowed to work at ground level or with safe access to a fully boarded and double guard railed section of a scaffold platform for the purposes of passing (handling) scaffolding equipment.

3.3.2.2 Trainee

Trainees must have received scaffolding manual handling training in accordance with NASC Guidance Note SG6 Manual Handling.

They must hold a current CISRS Trainee Scaffolders card (See appendix D)

They must have received SG4 training and work in compliance with the guidance

They can only work under the direct supervision of either a CISRS Scaffolder or CISRS Advanced Scaffolder at all times.



An operative is considered a Trainee Scaffolder until they have completed all requisite training and assessment i.e. CISRS Part 1, CISRS Part 2, S/NVQ 2, H&S testing and hold a CISRS Scaffolder Card, irrelevant of their time in the industry.

3.3.2.3 Scaffolder

The Scaffolder must hold a current CISRS Scaffolders card (see appendix D) They must have received SG4 training and work in compliance with the

guidance The lead hand of a scaffold gang using system scaffolding must have

successfully completed the relevant CISRS Systems product training.

Scaffolders can work on the following structures:

Independent tied scaffolding Putlog scaffolding Birdcage scaffolding Tower scaffolding (steel) Truss-out scaffold Scaffolds with beams Protective fans Pavement gantry Loading bay Roof saddle scaffold Splay scaffold Roof edge protection Tie testing

They are entitled to work on Advanced or complex design structures but only under the direct supervision of an Advanced Scaffolder.

THIS IS NOT AN EXHAUSTIVE LIST 3.3.2.4 Advanced Scaffolder

Must hold a current CISRS Advanced Scaffolders card (see appendix D) They must have received SG4 training and work in compliance with the

guidance

The lead hand of a scaffold gang using systems scaffolding must have successfully completed the relevant CISRS Systems product training.

Advanced scaffolders can work on any tube and fitting steel scaffolding structure including the following:

Tubular drop scaffold from steelwork Cantilever drop scaffold 2 Cord Raking shore / 3 Cord Raking shore Dead shore / Flying shore Temporary roof scaffold Stairways Ramps This list is not exhaustive



3.4 SCAFFOLDERS SAFETY AND PPE

Scaffolders shall at all times wear the following minimum PPE at all times whilst working on site:

Safety helmet Safety footwear High Visibility vest. Gloves Fall arrest harness with rear dorsal ring, a fall arrest lanyard and 55mm

opening scaffold connectors as detailed in NASC SG4

Other PPE as required by the work task or local site requirements

Whenever harnesses being are used, rescue plan(s) in line with NASC SG19 “Guide to Formulating a Rescue Plan” must be in place before commencement of work on site.

All scaffolding shall be erected in strict accordance with NASC SG4 and contractors shall adhere to recommended methods of work within the guidance, giving collective methods priority over other methods where practicable.

All Scaffolding materials must be passed from hand to hand or raised and lowered in a controlled manner. (light line or Gin Wheel & Rope etc) The uncontrolled passing or dropping of any scaffolding materials is not permitted.

Note: NASC Guidance Note SG6 Manual handling in the Scaffolding Industry contains further guidance.

All lifting operations must be undertaken within the scope of the Lifting Operations & Lifting Equipment Regulations (LOLER)

3.5 SCAFFOLD DESIGN

Where additional scaffolding design input is required (ie those scaffolds that are not designated as a “Basic Scaffold” in Appendix B / NASC TG20) the design shall be provided by calculation, by a competent person (Qualified Structural Engineer) to ensure the scaffold will have adequate strength and stability. The costs of producing and amending design schemes (where required) will be reflected within the scaffold contractor‟s quotation etc.

All system scaffolding is to be erected in accordance with the manufacturers

design manual/erection guide or be subject to a specific design.

Where design drawings are produced, they shall include an elevation of the

scaffold with all tie positions marked on the drawing clearly stating the required

tie classification light duty (3.5 KN), standard (6.1KN) or heavy duty (12.2KN).

Where appropriate, standard scaffold design solutions may be permitted to

determine design input of certain scaffold structures (Stair towers etc)

A system for the management of design variations shall be in place. Copies of

scaffold design drawings shall be issued to/held on site. A non exhaustive list

of scaffolding requiring design is provided in Appendix C



3.6 MINIMUM SCAFFOLD REQUIREMENTS

The following minimum scaffold requirements shall be in place on all sites:

3.6.1 Scaffold Tube

All scaffold tube must be galvanised and comply with BS EN 39:2001 or BSEN

10210-1 2006 and to be marked in such a way as to identify the scaffolding

company who own it.

3.6.2 Scaffold Boards

All scaffold boards must comply with BS2482:2009

Short boards (less than 2.14 metres long) are to be secured to prevent

displacement as are internal boards that are considered likely to be displaced

accidently.

Other than at returns of scaffolds lapped boards to be avoided so far as

reasonably practical.

3.6.3 Scaffold Fittings

All scaffold fittings must comply with current UK industry standards. (BSEN 74

etc)

3.6.4 Brick guards, Sheeting and Debris netting

In accordance with the contract specifications,(which should include a suitable

risk assessment by the main contractor) scaffolds may require brick guards,

sheeting or debris netting fitted

3.6.5 Scaffold Loading Bays

All Scaffold loading bays (except where cranes are used) shall be fitted with

scaffold loading bay gates that protect operatives from the exposed edge when

in an open position and prevent falls of operatives and/or materials when in a

closed position.

Scaffold loading bays to be provided with brick guards or similar protection to

the perimeter.

Scaffold loading bays must have clear signage to provide users with clear

information regarding safe working loads.

3.6.6 Access/egress to Scaffolds

Access/egress to scaffolds must be provided in order to comply with the Work

at Height Regulations 2005, HSE guidance and NASC SG25 “Access and egress

from scaffolds”, with regard to the hierarchy as follows:

1 Staircases

2 Ladder Access Bays with Single Lift Ladders

3 Ladder Access Bays with Multiple Lift Ladders

4 Internal Ladder Access with Protection ie Ladder trap / handrails etc

5 External Ladder Access using a Safety Gate / Swing Gate System

6 Other



External ladder access should be provided to no more than two lifts (Nominally

4m)

Considerations that need to be made regarding the assessment of suitable

access and egress from scaffolds may include:

Height and width of scaffold. Number of people using the scaffold at any one time. Duration of scaffold hire. Local emergency requirements. (Fire, evacuation etc.) Type of work to be undertaken on scaffold

3.6.7 Internal Edge Protection

Internal edge protection on scaffold platforms to conform to NASC SG29

“Internal Edge Protection on Scaffold Platforms”

3.6.8 Scaffold Ties

All concrete/masonry anchors that are used for the installation of scaffold ties

must be tested in accordance with NASC TG4 “Anchorage systems” (ie

minimum of 3 per scaffold or 5% of total number of ties whichever is the

greater) with a proof load of 1.5 times the required tensile load using a purpose

made scaffold tie tester. Records of tie test result must be maintained.

When working on domestic premises the occupier must be informed prior to

any drilling taking place for masonry anchors, or where it may be necessary to

rake out brickwork joints to support a “putlog” scaffold

3.6.9 Hop Up/ Stage Brackets

Hop up/stage brackets shall be used in accordance with NASC Guidance Note

SG32 Guidance on the Provision of Inside Board Brackets (Hop up/Step down).

3.6.10 Scaffolding for Asbestos Removal Works

Where scaffolding is required to facilitate asbestos removal, and it is foreseeable that the scaffolding activity is likely to disturb asbestos, the scaffolding contractor will be required to be licenced by the HSE.



3.7 SCAFFOLD HANDOVERS AND STATUTORY INSPECTIONS

All Scaffolding should use a “DO NOT USE”

notice for restricting access to the scaffold

until the scaffolding has been inspected

and handed over for use.

Scaffold Handover

When each scaffold is completed, a

competent employee of the Scaffolding

Contractor will inspect the scaffold for

compliance with regulations, codes of

practice and this policy and then complete

a Scaffold Handover certificate. This should

conform to the current NASC template

SG35 Handover of Scaffold Structures as a

minimum and ensure that the client‟s

representative receives a copy. A

„Scafftag‟ or other proprietary label system

must be affixed (with the green insert

completed) at the access point of the

scaffold, and the first entry made in the

statutory scaffold inspection register by the

competent person.

Scaffold Inspection

Regular statutory inspections of the scaffolding shall take place at least every 7

days or after any event likely to have affected the scaffolds stability and recorded

in the scaffold register (See appendix E). The tag type system insert will also be

updated to record the inspection.

Note: Any tag system is a supplementary check only and does not replace the

statutory inspection and report as required within the Work at Height Regulations

2005.

All initial and weekly scaffold inspections must be undertaken by a competent

person who has attended a nationally recognised scaffold inspection training

course. (e.g. CISRS Scaffold Inspection Training Scheme (SITS) Basic or

Advanced), alternatively a CISRS Scaffolder or Advanced card holder can be

deemed competent to inspect structures up to the grade of their card i.e. CISRS

Scaffolder Basic Structures, and Advanced Scaffolder all structures.



3.8 RISK ASSESSMENT AND METHOD STATEMENT

Each individual scaffold structure must have a job and site specific risk

assessment recorded in writing which is accepted by the Contractor that the

Scaffolding Contractor is working for before work commences to erect, alter or

dismantle a scaffold.

All risk assessment will be carried out in line with the Scaffold Contractors Health

and Safety Policy which as a minimum standard follow NASC SG7: “Guide to Risk

Assessments”.

All method statements will include a full description of the scaffold including size,

location, number of boarded lifts, number of working lifts, sheeting status and

loading classification in line with TG20 table 1 and be in line with NASC SG24 “A

Guide to Scaffold Plans (Method Statements)”

Risk Assessment and Method Statements shall be communicated to operatives.

Copies of all Risk Assessments and Method Statements should be held as a

minimum for the duration of the contract.

CISRS Basic and Advanced Scaffold inspection Cards



APPENDIX A List of NASC Technical Guidance referred to in this Standard - [Latest editions will prevail]

Guidance Notes (Safety)

SG4 Preventing Falls in Scaffolding

SG6 Manual Handling in the Scaffolding Industry

SG7 Guide to Risk Assessment

SG19 A Guide to Formulating a Rescue Plan

SG24 A Guide for Scaffold Plans (Method Statements)

SG25 Access and Egress from Scaffolds

SG29 Internal Edge Protection on Scaffold Platforms

SG30 Working from Vehicles

SG32 Guidance on the Provision of Inside Board Brackets (Hop up/Step down)

SG35 Handover of Scaffold Structures

Guidance Notes (Technical)

TG4 Anchorage Systems

TG20 Guide to Good Practice for Scaffolding with Tubes and Fittings

Guidance Documents (Competence)

CISRS Cap 609 General Information Booklet

Note: Refer to NASC website at www.nasc.org.uk for latest editions

http://www.nasc.org.uk/



APPENDIX B Conditions for Basic Scaffolds (extract from TG20 Vol 1 - 4.4.2) Basic scaffolds may be constructed to the safe heights shown in TG20 Vol 1, provided they are constructed in accordance with the recommendations set out below:

1. It is a Standard Scaffold

2. Loading classes, maximum bay lengths and scaffold widths conform to

TG20 Part 1 Table 1

3. There are only two working lifts in use, one fully loaded and one no more

than 50% loaded

4. The lift height is not greater than 2.0m, except that the first lift may be up to

2.7m high

5. If the bottom lift is more than 2.0m high, the scaffold must be tied at the first

lift, or alternative arrangements made.

6. The scaffolds are not subjected to the loading of materials, by mechanical

means such as by rough terrain forklift trucks. Loading bays should be

specially designed

7. The wind loading factor S is not greater than 40

8. Alternate pairs of standards are ledger braced

9. At least 50% of the ties shall be fixed to the ledger braced standards

10. The vertical interval between lines of ties shall not exceed two lifts or 4.0m

11. In any line of ties the distance between ties shall not exceed 4 lifts or 4 bays.

12. Plan bracing is fitted at least once in every 12 bays and every 4 lifts, unless

the facade bracing is across 2 bays between 2 lines of ledger based

standards to create a tower braced on 3 sides, or if the facade bracing is

continuous.

13. When the scaffold is sheeted or covered with debris netting, the covering is

attached to the ledgers and the principle guardrails as a minimum, and in

accordance with the supplier’s instructions. It is recommended that sheeting

and netting should be fitted to the outside of the scaffold members.

14. When the scaffold is fitted with sheeting or debris netting the top platform is

tied at alternate standards as a minimum.

15. Facade bracing is fitted

Note: (All other forms of scaffold shall be subject to design)



APPENDIX C

List of scaffolding requiring design (this is not exhaustive)

1. Scaffold not conforming to configurations deemed ‘basic’ in Appendix B & TG20

2. Scaffold with more than 2 working lifts

3. Dead, Flying and Raking Shores

4. Cantilevered scaffolds

5. Truss-out Scaffolds

6. Access Birdcages

7. Façade retention

8. Buttressed free-standing scaffolds

9. Temporary roofs and temporary buildings

10. Support scaffolds

11. Loading Bays founded on the ground

12. Mobile and static towers outside base/height limitations

13. Free standing scaffolds outside base/height Limitations

14. Temporary ramps and elevated roadways

15. Staircases and fire escapes

16. Spectator Terraces and Seating Stands

17. Bridge scaffolds

18. Towers requiring guys or ground anchors

19. Pedestrian footbridges or walkways

20. Slung and Suspended scaffolds

21. Protection fans, Nets and Pavement Frames

22. Power line crossings

23. Lifting gantries and towers

24. Steeple scaffolds

25. System scaffolds outside users guide parameters

26. Sign board supports

27. Sealing end structures

28. Masts, Lighting Towers and Transmission Towers

29. Advertising hoardings/banners

30. Any scaffold structure subject to:

o Vibration

o High Loading

o Long term duration

o High risk areas

o Loading from passenger/goods hoists



APPENDIX D – EXAMPLE OF CISRS SCAFFOLDERS CARDS

Only to work at ground level or on a fully boarded and double guard railed scaffold platform passing scaffolding equipment.

Work under the direct and immediate supervision of either a CISRS Scaffolder or Advanced Scaffolder at all times.

Can work on scaffolds as endorsed and any other scaffold not included on this list but only under the direct and immediate supervision of an Advanced Scaffolder.

Can work on scaffolds as endorsed including work on any steel scaffolding structure.

Card is used to provide proof that the Scaffold Supervisor is trained and competent.



APPENDIX E – SCAFFOLD INSPECTION REPORT SHEET (EXAMPLE)

Scaffold Inspection Report (in line with regulation 12 of The Work at Height Regulations 2005)

Company Name and Address

Sheet Number

Site Address

No Date & Time of Inspection

Location & Description of Workplace Inspected

Matters observed that give rise to any health and safety risks

Details of any action taken at time of inspection

Details of further action considered necessary

Name, Signature and Position of Inspector